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FDA Food recall · Reported December 13, 2017

Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta

The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta. The facility was temporarily storing whey in a raw milk silo, withou…

Recall #
F-0454-2018
Affected scope
106, 18 lb buckets and 36, 40 lb buckets were made and distributed
Initiated
November 20, 2017
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Clover Hill Dairy recalled Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta - a low-severity action.

Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta was recalled by Clover Hill Dairy in December 13, 2017. Reason: The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-0454-2018 with the FDA Food before acting.

The recall

Clover Hill Dairy issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
December 13, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-0454-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Food action (record #F-0454-2018) was formally reported on December 13, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 20, 2017. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Clover Hill Dairy is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mechanicsville, MD. Federal records list the affected scope as 106, 18 lb buckets and 36, 40 lb buckets were made and distributed.

The documented reason for this recall is: The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta. The facility was temporarily storing whey in a raw milk silo, without cleaning and sanitizing the silo after… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: One distributer located in Virginia as well as their dairy store in Maryland .. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 2 from FDA Food - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

106, 18 lb buckets and 36, 40 lb buckets were made and distributed

Related Recalls

6

2 from same agency

Product description

Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta

Reason for recall

The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta. The facility was temporarily storing whey in a raw milk silo, without cleaning and sanitizing the silo after raw milk use. The firm recalled the Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Food recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number F-0454-2018
Date reported December 13, 2017
Date initiated November 20, 2017
Recalling firm Clover Hill Dairy
Firm location Mechanicsville, MD
Affected scope 106, 18 lb buckets and 36, 40 lb buckets were made and distributed
Distribution One distributer located in Virginia as well as their dairy store in Maryland .

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta. Recalled by Clover Hill Dairy. Units affected: 106, 18 lb buckets and 36, 40 lb buckets were made and distributed.
Why was this product recalled?
The firm had a deviation from the Standard of Procedure in the manufacture of Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta. The facility was temporarily storing whey in a raw milk silo, without cleaning and sanitizing the silo after raw milk use. The firm recalled the Clover Hill Dairy, Soft Ricotta.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on December 13, 2017. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-0454-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: One distributer located in Virginia as well as their dairy store in Maryland ..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (F-0454-2018) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product?
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Food, reported December 13, 2017. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.